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By Observer Staff |
February 8, 2012

Our View: Obama's assault on religion

No ideas are more fundamental to our nation's heritage and moral principles than those expressed in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Observer Staff |
February 8, 2012

Letters to the Editor

'The Iron Lady' movie missed the mark; Library and historical society could join forces; Thank you to family for cleaning up; All Longboat taxpayers should not pay for center

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Pam Eubanks |
December 24, 2010

TOP STORY, FEB.: Ranch Incorporation

The Lakewood Ranch Civic Action Forum hosted its first public meeting regarding the incorporation of Lakewood Ranch Feb. 24.

East County
News

By Observer Staff |
August 24, 2011

Cops Corner: Longboat

Enjoy this week's Cops Corner

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Jay Brady |
March 2, 2011

Longboat pension ranks among worst in state

Government employee pension plans are the time bomb for cities and counties on the Gulf Coast. The recession has lit the fuse.

Longboat Key
News

By Observer Staff |
March 28, 2012

Our View: Election results send message

Interpret the Longboat Key Town Commission election results however you wish.

Longboat Key
Opinion

By Mark Gordon |
March 6, 2013

Different Strokes: County administrators

Manatee and Sarasota counties have lots in common. But, within a large swath of the business community there's a strong belief that one county is considerably more responsive than the other.

Longboat Key
News

By Pam Eubanks |
September 2, 2020

Apartments on rise in Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch residents get more housing options with 1,441 apartments on the way.

East County
News

By Klint Lowry |
January 1, 2020

Looking ahead at Sarasota's arts and entertainment in 2020

From tried and true to totally new, or maybe it’s just new to you, this year’s entertainment options go on as far as the eye can see. Here are just a few.

Arts + Culture

By Klint Lowry |
February 19, 2020

Preparing swordplay was hard work for 'Romeo and Juliet' cast

Making fight scenes that are realistic and safe takes weeks of planning and rehearsal

Arts + Culture

By Eric Garwood |
March 18, 2020

Longboat Key Cops Corner: Loud guy in a truck

Police reports from around Longboat Key.

Longboat Key
Cops Corner

By Marty Fugate |
March 14, 2017

Theater review: 'God of Carnage'

'God of Carnage' explores the fine print in the social contract at The Players.

Arts + Entertainment
Reviews

By Robin Hartill |
March 18, 2015

Jack Duncan takes mayor’s seat

Mayor Jack Duncan and Vice Mayor Terry Gans will lead the Longboat Key Town Commission after Monday’s statutory meeting.

Longboat Key
News

By Marty Fugate |
April 28, 2025

Broadway director returns to Asolo Rep for 'Jesus Christ Superstar'

Asolo Repertory Theatre is gearing up for a powerful new production of "Jesus Christ Superstar," directed and choreographed by Broadway’s Josh Rhodes.

Arts + Culture

By Eric Snider |
May 16, 2024

Sammy's Run founders take a final lap but remain resolute in their cause

The story of Sammy’s Run is similar to the race’s namesake: a gritty mix of togetherness and toughness. Not to mention the unending love a determined couple has for their son.